Context around any highly debated issue is very important and helps us to see our current arguments in perspective. Therefore, this post will sketch a brief history of the age of the earth debate. Someone might immediately ask: “Doesn't the Bible directly say how old the earth is?” No, it does not. Christians make inferences... Continue Reading →
Pesky Presuppositions and Biblical Criticism
In an essay against modern theological trends and higher biblical criticism, C.S. Lewis wrote that, “I do not wish to reduce the skeptical element in your minds. I'm only suggesting that it need not be reserved exclusively for the New Testament and the creeds. Try doubting something else.” Lewis was coming against the vast numbers... Continue Reading →
Can the Mind of Man be Trusted?
One of the books I am currently reading is "Controversy of the Ages, Why Christians Should Not Divide Over the Age of the Earth" by Theodore Cabal and Peter Rasor II. I am only about a quarter of the way through but so far it is proving to be a well written and informative book.... Continue Reading →